Storm Score 81 out of 100
Reviews 4 published
Outlets 4 publications
Top Outlet Digital Trends highest score
% Positive 75% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise the Sony WF‑SP800N for its solid ANC and workout‑ready features, noting strong battery life and sweat resistance. Some reviewers point out that users seeking premium ergonomics or extended playtime may find the fit and longevity lacking.”

Certified
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81 / 100
Tier Distribution 4 reviews total
25%
50%
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Universal Acclaim (90–100): 1 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 2 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 1 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Great sound
  • Class-leading battery life
  • Very good water and dust protection
  • Excellent call quality
  • Good active noise cancellation
  • Effective ANC

Points of Contention

  • Bulky charging case
  • No Simultaneous Pairing
  • No default volume controls
  • Poor passive soundstage performance

Professional Reviews

4 reviews from 4 critics
100
Simon Cohen
Digital Trends

“Like an elite athlete, Sony's WF-SP800N earbuds excel at everything they do.”

Perfect 5/5
80
Nick Pino
TechRadar

“All that said, they feature active noise cancellation, water-resistance and a spatial audio format all for under $200. That's why they're one of our top picks for noise‑cancelling buds in our list of the best wireless earbuds.”

Acclaimed 4/5
75
Chris Welch
The Verge

The Sony WF-SP800N earbuds offer effective noise cancellation, IP55 sweat resistance, and nine-hour battery life, making them ideal for workouts. However, they lack the audio refinement of the flagship 1000XM3s and miss features like wireless charging and dual-device pairing.

Acclaimed 7.5/10
68
Jake Thauvette
RTINGS

The Sony WF-SP800N earbuds provide solid value with decent noise cancellation and strong gaming features at a competitive price. However, inconsistent fit and battery life that falls short of premium competitors limit their appeal for some users.

Mixed 8.3/10

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